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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026

    Moderate to breezy trade winds produced by strong high pressure far northwest of the state will back northeast ahead of approaching Tropical Storm Fausto into...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for July 28, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for July 28, 2026

    Nearshore buoys on the eastern side of the islands have shown a considerable uptick with the medium and long period energy from Fausto. The surf is expected to...

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    Oahu News:

    Judge rules Tommy Waters ineligible to seek 3rd Council term after a 1st Circuit Court decision barred the Honolulu City Council Chair from running again in East Honolulu’s District 4. Meanwhile, community support is waning for Maui wildfire survivors despite improvements in housing and employment, as many continue to face mental and physical health challenges. In weather news, Hurricane Fausto weakens but high surf persists along Hawaii’s east-facing shores, with forecasters cautioning that dangerous waves will continue through Wednesday.

    Judge rules Tommy Waters ineligible to seek 3rd Council term

    Jul 28, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Tommy Waters ineligible to run for 3rd Honolulu City Council term, judge rules
    Jul 27, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Judge determines Tommy Waters 'ineligible' for City Council race
    Jul 27, 2026 KHON2
    Mafia News: Will Court Ruling Give Miske Pal Free Run at Council Seat? -- Waters to Appeal
    Jul 28, 2026 Hawaii Free Press
    Honolulu Councilman Can’t Seek Third Term In Heated Primary, Judge Says
    Jul 27, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat

    'Wildfire Fatigue?' Community Support Is Dwindling For Maui Fire Survivors

    Jul 28, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat
    "Report finds many Maui wildfire survivors still face health, housing challenges"
    Jul 28, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Maui wildfire long term recovery remains challenging for residents: Study
    Jul 28, 2026 KHON2
    3 years later: Over One Third of Maui Wildfire Victims Still in Temporary Housing
    Jul 28, 2026 Hawaii Free Press

    Hurricane Fausto weakens as high surf pounds Hawaii

    Jul 28, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Fausto tracks farther from Hawaii, dangerous surf remains a concern
    Jul 28, 2026 KHON2
    Tropical Storm Fausto continues on path north of Hawaiian Islands through late Wednesday
    Jul 28, 2026 Maui Now
    Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Storm to pass north of islands, high surf expected for east-facing shores through Wednesday
    Jul 28, 2026 Big Island Now
    Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: High surf expected for east-facing shores as the storm passes to the north of the islands
    Jul 28, 2026 Kauai Now

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    Maui Council advances new hotel zoning for over 2,000 apartment-district vacation rentals

    The Maui County Council voted 7-1 twice Friday to send the Maui Planning Commission a pair of resolutions that could permanently move roughly 2,056 apartment-district transient vacation rental units into new hotel zoning, over the objection of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Council Member Keani Rawlins-Fernandez, who cast the lone "no" votes.

    Two Maui graduates named 2026 Fukunaga Scholarship recipients

    Two Maui high school graduates have been selected to receive the distinguished Fukunaga Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year. Akasia Knight and Jack Leone are among 10 scholars selected statewide.

    Karolyn Mossman, Brian Schatz honored at 54th Kupuna Aloha Luncheon

    The 54th Kupuna Aloha Luncheon was held on Saturday at the Grand Wailea, honoring retired special education teacher Karolyn Mossman and US Sen. Brian Schatz as Kupuna Advocates of the Year.

    Tropical Storm Fausto continues on path north of Hawaiian Islands through late Wednesday

    Fausto weakened Monday night from a hurricane to a tropical storm as it continues on a path forecast to take it north of the Hawaiian islands through late Wednesday. 

    Maui Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026

    Moderate to breezy trade winds produced by strong high pressure far northwest of the state will back northeast ahead of approaching Tropical Storm Fausto into...

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    Restaurant leaders to share lessons on Hurricane response, business recovery

    Restaurant owners in Hawaiʻi can enhance their hurricane preparedness by joining a free webinar hosted by the National Restaurant Association and Resy.

    3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship

    Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.

    Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: High surf expected for east-facing shores as the storm passes to the north of the islands

    The National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu and Kauaʻi officials urge the public to prepare regardless of potential impacts and storm track.

    Deadline approaching for payment of first installment of real property taxes for Kaua‘i residents

    Failure to pay real property taxes in full by the deadline will result in a 10% penalty.

    Kauai Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026

    Moderate to breezy trade winds produced by strong high pressure far northwest of the Hawaiian Islands will increasingly back northeast ahead of an approaching...

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    Six Big Island programs granted funding for perpetuating Native Hawaiian culture

    Hawai‘i Tourism Authority awards $900,000 in funding to 30 organizations statewide for programs that promote and advance the culture and values that define Hawaiʻi.

    National Restaurant Association, Resy to host hurricane preparedness webinar for restaurant operators

    Restaurant owners in Hawaiʻi can enhance their hurricane preparedness by joining a free webinar hosted by the National Restaurant Association and Resy.

    Hawaiʻi County announces Science Night at Keaʻau Armory

    The free event will feature activities related to science, technology, engineering and math as well as hands-on experiments, space and astronomy exploration and more.

    Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Storm to pass north of islands, high surf expected for east-facing shores through Wednesday

    Large surf and strong currents will lead lead to dangerous conditions along exposed shores.

    Federal funds authorized to assist in Kawaihae Road Fire

    The blaze was brought under control by Hawai‘i County firefighters on Sunday afternoon.

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